Psychiatrist in Orange, CT

Our psychiatrists at CMHS work to help you feel grounded, understood, and cared for. If you are living in or near Orange, CT, and feel you might benefit from support for issues like mood swings, high levels of anxiety, or attention difficulties, CMHS can help.

Our Psychiatric Services

Our psychiatric services offer care for children, teens, and adults. These include:

  • Psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
  • Medication management and follow-up care.
  • Support for depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns.
  • Guidance during stressful life transitions, grief, or emotional overload.
  • Collaborative care with therapists and other professionals as needed.
  • Follow-up care tailored to your goals and pace.

Whether you are seeking an initial evaluation, adjusting current medications, or seeking long-term support, we individualize your care plan based on your needs.

Why Choose a Psychiatrist at CMHS in Orange, CT

  • Experienced, compassionate clinicians understand the unique challenges that individuals face during each stage of life.
  • Whole-person, integrative care considering medical, emotional, and environmental factors.
  • Comfortable and accessible care for people in the Orange community and their families.
  • Judgment-free support: reaching out takes a lot of courage, and we respect that.
  • Long-term, consistent partnership to help you stabilize, grow, and maintain progress.

What to Expect At Your First Appointment

Your first visit is all about getting to know you, not rushing you.

Initial Interview:

We will focus on understanding your current symptoms, how you have been managing these symptoms, and the ways in which you feel these symptoms have impacted you so far.

Full assessment:

This involves a comprehensive evaluation by your psychiatrist. Our evaluations includes a review of your current symptoms, medical history, and any other contributing factors to how you are feeling.

Personalized treatment plan:

You will collaborate with your psychiatrist to create a treatment plan that identifies goals and creates a plan to accomplish those goals. This may include but is not limited to medication management, therapy, and lifestyle changes.

Ongoing care:

We value continuity of care and will provide support to you on an ongoing basis to ensure sustainable and effective change over time.

Who We Help

Our psychiatry services may be a good fit if you or your child experiences:

  • Persistent sadness, anxiety, or irritability.
  • Sudden or long-term shifts in mood.
  • Problems with concentration, focus, or hyperactivity.
  • Trauma symptoms or sustained levels of stress.
  • Panic attacks or cycles of anxiety.
  • Difficulty adjusting to significant life changes.

Please feel free to call us with any questions or concerns about whether or not working with one of our psychiatrists is the right fit for you or your family.

Start Working with a Psychiatrist in Orange, CT

The idea of beginning to work with a psychiatrist might feel overwhelming, intimidating, or even scary. Our goal is to help alleviate any concerns you might have and provide affordable and effective access to quality medication management options.